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Director Laboratory

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor. Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ... Lab Director experience. Certification/License - Registered or registry eligible in accordance with ...

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Director Laboratory

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor. Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ... Lab Director experience. Certification/License - Registered or registry eligible in accordance with ...

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Director Laboratory

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor. Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ... Lab Director experience. Certification/License - Registered or registry eligible in accordance with ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Director Laboratory

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor. Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ... Lab Director experience. Certification/License - Registered or registry eligible in accordance with ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Director Laboratory

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor. Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ... Lab Director experience. Certification/License - Registered or registry eligible in accordance with ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Director Laboratory

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor. Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ... Lab Director experience. Certification/License - Registered or registry eligible in accordance with ...

Tenet Health

Director - Lab

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor * Certifications: Registered or registry eligible in ... Experience: Lab Director experience * Education: Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ...

Tenet Health

Director - Lab

Tucson, AZ

$100K - $130K/yr

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor * Certifications: Registered or registry eligible in ... Experience: Lab Director experience * Education: Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ...

Tenet Health

Director - Lab

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor * Certifications: Registered or registry eligible in ... Experience: Lab Director experience * Education: Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health ...

Tenet Health

Director - Lab

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$105K - $137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor * Experience: 5 years of progressive management ... Lab Director experience #LI-ST2 About Us Are you a results-driven leader ready to make a meaningful ...

Tenet Health

Director - Lab

Phoenix, AZ

$105K - $137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Meets CLIA requirements for GeneralSupervisor * Experience:5 years of progressive management ... Experience:Lab Director experience #LI-ST2 * FINANCE * Responsible for Budget preparation and ...

Tenet Health

Director - Lab

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$105K - $137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Meets CLIA requirements for GeneralSupervisor * Experience:5 years of progressive management ... Experience:Lab Director experience #LI-ST2 * FINANCE * Responsible for Budget preparation and ...

Bannerhealth

Clinical Lab Assistant

Phoenix, AZ

Lab Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly ... CLIA Medical Director. This position reports to department leadership and takes direction from ...

Bannerhealth

Clinical Lab Assistant I

Tucson, AZ · On-site

Lab Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly ... CLIA Medical Director. This position reports to department leadership and takes direction from ...

Bannerhealth

Clinical Lab Assistant I

Tucson, AZ

Lab Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly ... CLIA Medical Director. This position reports to department leadership and takes direction from ...

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How much do clia lab director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for clia lab director in Arizona is $117,498.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,800.00 and $129,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CLIA Lab Director position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CLIA Lab Director, you need a strong background in laboratory science, leadership experience, and qualifications such as a doctoral degree (MD, DO, or PhD) with appropriate board certification. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), regulatory compliance tools, and proficiency in CLIA regulations are crucial. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team management skills set top candidates apart. These abilities are essential for ensuring accurate testing, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a collaborative and efficient laboratory environment.

What is a CLIA Lab Director?

A CLIA Lab Director is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations. They manage lab personnel, establish quality control procedures, and ensure accurate and reliable test results. The director must meet CLIA qualifications, which vary based on the lab’s complexity. Their role is critical in maintaining lab accreditation and patient safety.

What are the main responsibilities of a CLIA Lab Director on a day-to-day basis?

A CLIA Lab Director oversees all aspects of laboratory operations, including ensuring compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards, reviewing and validating test results, and managing quality assurance processes. They supervise laboratory staff, develop and implement policies and procedures, and collaborate with healthcare providers to support diagnostic needs. Directors are also responsible for staff training, equipment maintenance oversight, and responding to regulatory audits. This dynamic role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on involvement to maintain high standards in laboratory practice.

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Infographic showing various Clia Lab Director job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,498 per year, or $56.5 per hour.

Director Laboratory

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Tucson, AZ • On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Melissa Owens | President 

E: melissa@alliedsearchpartners.com 

Job Description 

Job ID: 3515053

Job Title: Permanent Director Laboratory

Location: Tucson, AZ 85745

Shift: Day shift

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision   
  • Healthcare & Dependent Care Tax-saving Accounts
  • Supplemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Disability Insurance (STD & LTD)
  • Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Long-term Care Insurance
  • Legal Services
  • Identity Protection
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Commuter Savings Plan
  • Auto and Home Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Discount Program

Job Summary: Responsible for the quality and quantity of work performed in all areas of Laboratory Services.

Job Responsibilities Include:   

  • Ensures laboratory practices focus on and guarantee patient safety. 
  • Responsible for specimen collection and laboratory testing performed on all patients from neonates to geriatric patients. Responsible for technical development, implementation and integration within areas of technical expertise, to include instrument acquisition, logistic support and laboratory information systems integration. 
  • Develops and manages the annual department operating and capital budgets 
  • Directs daily operations of department 
  • Has ability to hire, fire and discipline 

Requirements: 

Education - Bachelors degree in Medical Technology or related Health Science Specialty. Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor. Masters in Allied Health Specialty or Health Administration or Business. 

Experience -  5 years of progressive supervisory experience in an acute care facility. Lab Director experience.

Certification/License - Registered or registry eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or equivalent) Licensure, as required by State law.